Some individuals choose to file for bankruptcy without consulting a lawyer. In some cases, these individuals fall into a number of common pitfalls.

One common pitfall is that individuals will build up more debt while anticipating a bankruptcy filing. Similarly, they choose to payback friends and family instead of creditors. Both of these strategies will usually complicate the bankruptcy and end up costing more.

If you or anyone you know has questions about your bankruptcy filing, contact the New Orleans bankruptcy attorneys of Kervin & Young at 504-599-5906.